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Jing wu men (Fist of Fury) (The Chinese Connection) (1972)

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One of the best action films starring the legendary Bruce Lee, this movie features the martial artist as Chen Chen, who returns to his former school in early 20th century Shanghai when he learns that his beloved instructor has been murdered. While probing the man's death and seeking vengeance, Chen discovers that a drug smuggling operation, a rival school, and simmering racial tensions between Chinese and Japanese locals are factors in the nefarious dealings at his alma mater and in his master's

R, 1 hr. 43 min.

Drama, Action & Adventure, Art House & International, Mystery & Suspense

Directed By: Wei Lo

Written By: Wei Lo

In Theaters: Mar 22, 1972 Wide

On DVD: Jan 21, 1998

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He [Lee] is decidedly an eye-catching figure as he takes on all comers, singly or in whimpering groups, in stylized, Karate-like bouts with swift, balletic moves, baleful stares, deadly flying fists and legs and, of course, all the necessary eerie shouts.

May 9, 2005 Full Review Source: New York Times

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A.H. Weiler

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Bruce Lee at his fiercest

November 16, 2009 Full Review Source: CinePassion

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Fernando F. Croce

CinePassion

Semi-speed through the "chatty" stuff if you absolutely must, but be sure not to miss any of the mayhem.

November 18, 2005 Full Review Source: DVD Clinic

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Scott Weinberg

DVD Clinic

Good Bruce Lee movie. Watch him kick ass.

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Fred Topel

About.com

Not quite up to par with Lee's parting opus . . . but a fitting showcase for Lee's exceptional prowess

March 18, 2003 Full Review Source: eFilmCritic.com

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Brian Mckay

eFilmCritic.com

While it has great fight scenes, the acting is poor and the story is very flimsy.

September 13, 2002 Full Review Source: Laramie Movie Scope

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Robert Roten

Laramie Movie Scope

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the choreography for the first hour of the film was pretty weak, but it improved considerably for the end of the film and the story was a cut above most kung fu movies. although more than 30 years earlier this film could be watched as a sequel to jet li's fearless. a true classic and one of bruce lee's best films.

November 27, 2007

danny d

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I have to say up front, just so you know, that I've never been a strong Bruce Lee fan. The reason why I went back to watch this was because I enjoyed the Jet Li remake, FIst of Legend, so much when I saw it recently. While this one is definitely good to see, so you can say you've seen it, there is no comparison, for

November 1, 2010